Social Worker - In-Patient Unit - Westchester Behavioral Health

NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center has a long history of psychiatric care and is recognized for patient‑centered approaches. We offer a progressive environment and a premier opportunity for your career. Social Worker - In-Patient Unit - Westchester Behavioral Health In this role you’ll serve as a psychiatric social worker for patients and their families, providing clinical social work services such as psychiatric and psychosocial assessments, therapeutic interventions, psycho‑education, family intervention, patient advocacy, and discharge planning tailored to the needs of patients. This is a full‑time day shift position located at NewYork-Presbyterian/Westchester Behavioral Health Center. Preferred Criteria Knowledge of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Required Criteria Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) Licensed Masters Social Work (LMSW) by the state of NY within 1 year of hire Limited Permit (must supply exam date prior to start of employment) Fieldwork or previous experience in a psychiatric setting Form a therapeutic relationship with patients and maintain a neutral therapeutic stance Knowledge base of bio‑psychosocial model, Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders IV (DSM‑IV) diagnoses, criteria for treatment of different diagnoses in an acute care setting, behavioral risk factors and the impact of mental illness upon individual and family functioning Competency in individual, family and group treatment modalities and treatment techniques appropriate to an inpatient treatment setting Conduct initial evaluations and psychosocial assessments and to establish individualized and measurable treatment goals Knowledge base of community and discharge planning resources and processes Effective organizational skills to manage clinical, discharge planning and documentation requirements within assigned LOS of inpatient hospitalization Communicate effectively and collaborate within an interdisciplinary team; demonstrate self‑awareness to identify learning needs and capacity to apply supervisory feedback into practice Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Please note that all roles require on‑site presence and you should live within a commutable distance to NYP. NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses. Salary Range: $48.45–$64.80/Hourly NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital